BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- A Birmingham City Council committee this afternoon is reviewing complaints about three businesses that critics say are a nuisance and safety hazard.

The Public Safety Committee Committee's agenda includes hearing on the Continental Ballroom, VIP Spa and The Foxx Trap. Today begins the debate and review that could result in the future revocation of business and liquor licenses.

All of the businesses have been in headlines for illegal activity including gun violence and prostitution.

"Obviously there are some things that are going on in the city that really need our attention," said Councilman Steven Hoyt, the committee's chairman. "These kinds of places that are set up to entertain are doing more than entertaining. We continue to put citizens at risk and I don't know if we continue in that vein."